Georgia 811

Georgia 811 is a nonprofit corporation based in Duluth, Georgia, with 52 employees. Georgia 811 operates as a communication system, connecting member utility companies with professional excavators and homeowners planning digging projects. Their services ensure the safety of both individuals and underground utilities by facilitating the location and identification of underground facilities before excavation work begins. Georgia 811 encourages all residents, even for non-mechanized projects like fence installation or tree planting, to notify them to ensure safety. They offer online tools, such as eTicket for homeowners and EDEN for professional excavators, to streamline the notification process. To initiate the process, individuals must contact Georgia 811 by calling 811 or 1-800-282-7411 at least 48 hours but no more than 10 working days before any mechanized digging or excavation work. More information can be found on their website: www.Georgia811.com.